Mechanical Engineer/Design Engineer

WeQuel; Södertälje kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

WeQuel in Södertälje is seeking a Design Engineer to join the chassis integration team, focusing on BEV solutions. You will drive design activities, collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams, and develop components for BEV chassis integration using CATIA V5.

Requirements include 3+ years in design engineering, mandatory R&D experience, a degree in engineering, and strong CATIA V5 skills. English fluency is essential; Swedish is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of design engineering experience.
• Mandatory R&D experience from the customer’s organisation.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Fluent English; Swedish language is an advantage.
• Advanced CATIA V5 skills (3D & 2D).
• Experience with tolerance analysis.
• Strong sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic design skills.
• Experience combining several of these technical areas.
• Good understanding of component packaging, interfaces and installation.
• Knowledge of manufacturability principles for sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic components.
• Collaborative and proactive, able to drive design activities.
• Willing to share knowledge within the team.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of components and installation solutions for BEV chassis integration.
• Sheet metal and plastic installations.
• Design work in CATIA V5 according to applicable design standards.
• Component packaging, interfaces, tolerances and installation requirements.
• Collaboration with suppliers and cross‑functional teams during development and design reviews.
• Support in design reviews, validation and technical investigations.
• Maintenance of technical documentation and production support when needed.
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Design engineering

R&D experience

CATIA V5

Tolerance analysis

Sheet metal design

Plastic components

Chassis packaging

Supplier collaboration

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Design Engineer

We at WeQuel are now looking for an experienced Design Engineer in Södertälje to join the customer’s chassis integration team, focusing on BEV (battery electric vehicle) solutions. The role centres on mechanical design and integration of components and systems within the chassis. You will drive design activities independently and work with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

As a consultant with us, you get to work at one of our customers, leading companies in the automotive and heavy‑duty vehicle industry. There you will help develop sustainable electrified transport solutions, implement new technology and improve design and integration processes.

Your responsibilities:

• Design and development of components and installation solutions for BEV chassis integration
• Sheet metal and plastic installations
• Design work in CATIA V5 according to applicable design standards
• Component packaging, interfaces, tolerances and installation requirements
• Collaboration with suppliers and cross‑functional teams during development and design reviews
• Support in design reviews, validation and technical investigations
• Maintenance of technical documentation and production support when needed
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team

The role calls for competence in one or more of these areas:

• Sheet metal design, brackets and installation solutions
• Plastic components and installations
• Component packaging and chassis integration

Experience in any one of these areas is relevant, and a combination of two or more is preferred.

You work in a dynamic, technical environment where you drive your own design activities and work closely with suppliers and several teams across the organisation.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of design engineering experience
• Previous R&D experience from the customer’s organisation (mandatory)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field
• Fluent English, spoken and written (Swedish is an advantage)
• Advanced CATIA V5 skills (3D & 2D)
• Experience with tolerance analysis
• Strong competence in sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic design
• Experience combining several of these technical areas (preferred)
• Good understanding of component packaging, interfaces and installation
• Knowledge of manufacturability principles, especially for sheet metal, plastic and/or pneumatic components
• Good at working with suppliers and cross‑functional teams
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Proactive and self‑motivated, able to drive design activities on your own
• Collaborative and willing to share knowledge within the team

Meritorious:

• Previous experience in chassis design and installation for heavy‑duty vehicles (highly prioritised)

Assignment details

• Start: 2026-12-01 (ASAP)
• End: 2028-12-29 (approx. 2 years)
• Workload: 100%
• Location: Södertälje
• Remote: 100% ONSITE (5 days per week)

We offer

At WeQuel, you become part of a consultant team that puts people first. We believe success comes from engagement, collaboration and development. We offer a flat organisation with short decision paths, a strong sense of community and the chance to shape your own development.